Venezuela Fines TikTok $10 Million Over Deadly Viral Challenges

The platform is accused of negligence after challenges allegedly caused the deaths of three children and left hundreds injured.

Venezuela's Supreme Court fined TikTok $10 million, citing failure to prevent harmful viral challenges linked to three children's deaths.
The court ordered TikTok to establish a local office in Venezuela to ensure compliance with national laws and content oversight.
The fine will fund a compensation program for victims of TikTok-related incidents, including psychological and emotional support.
President Nicolás Maduro and other officials have criticized TikTok for hosting dangerous content, threatening further regulatory actions.
TikTok's global popularity has been fueled by viral challenges, but the platform faces mounting legal scrutiny over safety concerns worldwide.